(US) simple past tense and past participle of libel

plural of libeller

plural of libeler

(chiefly historical) A pamphlet or book that slanders a public political figure.

(countable) A written or pictorial false statement which unjustly seeks to damage someone's reputation. / (uncountable) The act or tort of displaying such a statement publicly.

To defame (someone), especially in a manner that meets the legal definition of libel. / To proceed against (goods, a ship, etc.) by filing a libel claim.

present participle of libel

Defamatory, libeling, referring to something that causes harm to someone's reputation especially with malice or disregard. / Meeting the legal standards for libel.

One who libels.

plural of libel